Investigators have determined the girl found a loaded gun in an apartment on Brashear Brive and shot herself. They said the child suffered non-life threatening injuries.

Officers canvassed the neighborhood seeking answers in the wounding of a youngster.

Police said they originally responded to Kosair Children's Hospital where a parent reportedly sought medical treatment for the girl.

According to investigators, neither the mother nor her boyfriend claimed ownership of the weapon.

“We do know it was stolen out of Shively, but it was in the possession inside that apartment where the child resides and obviously we are seeking charges,” LMPD spokesman Dwight Mitchell said.

A similar circumstance occurred in March of 2015 when another 4-year-old found a gun in a home on Narrangasett Drive and took her life. A juvenile was charged, but the case was later dismissed.

Chris 2X is a community activist and child advocate.

“I feel bad for everyone involved, but when you think about the children, you know they have no power to protect themselves. It's our duty to be that blanket for them at all times and all costs,” 2X said.

As for the child shot last night, police aren't releasing the exact nature of her injuries.